So…game on.

We are activating all of our communications channels to get everyone in Charlotte to tell CNN viewers why WE like Charlotte better than any other city!  

Here’s the deal: Charlotte and Tampa, FL have been selected as "smackdown" cities by CNN to show off why residents love their city – all you have to do is submit a few short written reasons along with a fantastic picture or two, or even a video.  

Go to the link below to submit your reasons why Charlotte is a great city to live and find the opportunities of a metro area with the connections of a close, diverse community – the deadline is Monday, May 21st!  Let's show everyone how We Make It Possible In Charlotte!

Pick your topic, your favorite reasons, your pictures or video and send it in to the link below!

Link to "City Smackdown: Charlotte" is:  http://ireport.cnn.com/topics/788285

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TEXT FROM iREPORT on CNN BELOW:

City smackdown: Charlotte, NC

It’s time for a city smackdown!

As part of our Destination USA project, we’re pitting rival cities against each other. This time, it's the rivalry of the convention cities: Charlotte, North Carolina (home of the 2012 Democratic National Convention) vs. Tampa, Florida (home of the 2012 Republican National Convention).

If you love Charlotte, here’s your chance to stand up for your city! Tell us the very best thing about it, or the one or two reasons you like it better than any other. Make sure to include your most stunning Charlotte photos to back up your claim. Show us why you can take on Tampa any day! 

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